THE RETREAT
TULUM, MEXICO
MARCH 9 - 16, 2024
BECAUSE YOU ARE MORE THAN
JUST LOVE & LIGHT
AND SO THE JOURNEY BEGINS
What you will discover
Shibari/Kinbaku
• Intro to rope bondage
• The Art of sensual bondage
• Body-handling + Erotic Flow
• Floorwork + Suspension
• Predicament Bondage + Semenawa
• Lessons on Flow & Connection
A Safe Space For Exploration
• Sex + the Soul
• Shamanic Catharsis
• Self-Inquiry + Shadow work
• Meditation
• Tantra Yoga / Tantric Rituals
• Voice Alchemy
• Dance
• Stillness
• Immersion in Nature
• Uncovering True Creativity
• Temple night
Conscious Kink
• Core Erotic Themes / Erotic Blueprint
• Authentic Sensual Embodiment
• The Art of Touch
• Uncovering Eros in Daily Life
• Honoring & Surrendering
(Dominating & Submitting )
• Dark Erotic Archetypes
• Storytelling
• How to Mindfuck / Psychological Kink
The Retreat.
Join us for a Shibari & Holistic Kink immersion & a date with the potency of your Desire.
During this week, you will have the opportunity to work with seasoned souls who will assist you in your exploration of self & other through the art of Shibari.
In our eyes, the Erotic Arts & Shibari are impactful modalities for self-exploration and personal development. Being in touch with eros and life-force energy through the sensual and erotic holds vast power. The erotic world is a resource within each of us that is rooted in sensation and in the body.
In some Spiritual teachings, there is a focus on meditation and ascension. While we love these practices - and will share some of them with you- our intention is to bring you through the body to awaken the spirit in a fun and sexy way.
We have been taught, in our society, to press-down and repress desire and the impulse of the soul.
It is our intention to liberate this life-force energy so you can begin to unwind from your conditioned responses to life and start to open into your creativity, and the magic of who you are more clearly.
By awakening into the body you can begin to experience more space for joy, play, creativity, harmony… and pleasure.
By claiming your erotic innocence you can begin to authentically & creatively express yourself with more power in a world that needs your authenticity.
In this retreat intensive we cover many of the tools of sacred sexuality and conscious kink in a “Safer / Brave space”.
The goal of exploring the Dark Erotic Arts - whilst nurturing a healthy nervous system - is to create powerful erotic states that hold keys to your becoming.
We use techniques, rituals, and concepts of Shibari, yoga, and Conscious Kink on this guided journey to reclaim those parts of yourself otherwise lost, hidden or dormant.
We will explore your own inner world which may lead to more self-love, deeper connection with others, and greater self-knowledge.
You are being invited into a container held and guided by seasoned professionals and international wisdom keepers. This retreat will be accessible and ‘safe’ for those who are already experienced and for new-comers. Your peace will come from facing and welcoming your full range of expression.
We will be coming into contact with familiar and unfamiliar feelings and learn to accept and befriend our dark and light qualities.
This retreat is tailored for:
The brave and courageous, ready to confront their shadows, traumas, and vulnerabilities.
Lovers seeking to tap into true-intimacy and become empowered & adventurous in their sexual exploration.
Entrepreneurs and Leaders who are aiming for healthier power dynamics, enhanced communication skills, and a deeper self-understanding to boost creativity and team productivity.
Creative individuals & couples looking to reconnect with their life force and fully harness their creative abilities.
Spiritual seekers at a crossroads, struggling with bypassing their human experience in their pursuit of the divine, and who aspire to be more present and embodied in their practices and intimate connections.
Forward-thinking individuals who are equally drawn to the realms of psychology and cutting-edge science as they are to spirituality and the erotic arts.
Individuals dedicated to being the embodiment of the change they wish to see in the world.
People with little to no experience are invited, but we recommend that you have some experience in sex-positive spaces.
We invite all genders (men, women, queer & transgender…), all bodies, and welcome all sexual expressions and singles and couples alike.
Age 25+
This retreat may NOT be suitable for you if:
You're seeking an experience solely focused on "love and light" themes.
Your goal is to acquire new skills purely for self-serving purposes.
Your interest lies in hedonism and debauchery.
You believe that the mind is the only factor governing your life.
You're not prepared to confront your inner shadows, take responsibility for yourself, and engage in the work, particularly when it becomes difficult.
Your attraction to this work is influenced by its popularity or trendiness rather than a genuine interest.
You feel that you already possess complete knowledge about intimacy, Shibari, and conscious connection.
Embodiment & Growth
Find and embrace a more holistic you, de-condition and expand yourself
Intimacy
Remove barriers that prevent you from being authentic and close with yourself and others
Rituals & Soul-Descent
Discover the power of ritual and symbolism to explore and embrace the subconscious
Community
Find yourself among kinky kin - seen, held and supported on your path of shadow integration
Health & Well-Being
Breathwork, Tantra Yoga, Nature, Play, healthy food & a pool to connect and nourish body, mind and spirit
Dark Erotic Arts
Learn delicious techniques of Tantra and Kink to become a well versed lover for yourself and others
Retreat Facilitators
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Maud Perbos
MIND, BODY & SPIRIT GUIDE
Maud is a certified yoga practitioner, trauma informed somatic-healing facilitator, Doula, Reiki master & non-dualist. She will help you access deeper embodiment through stillness, yoga, and meditation. Maud will be a guide into your liminal space, mentor, and model in rope bottoming.
She will assist in helping you understand how to apply the material explored in this retreat in day to day living. -
Sascha Achner
SHIBARI, KINK & DARK EROS EDUCATOR
Sascha is a skilled rope artist, rigger, and Kink educator who leads people toward personal growth and self-exploration through shibari.
Sasha will be your main guide when it comes to the technical and emotional craft of Kink and Shibari..
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Kristen Meyers | Kreatress
VOICE ACTIVATION & SACRED SOUND
Kristen, AKA Kreatress, has conducted a path that led her to sharing every thing she knows about the voice and all the hidden magic that lives within each one of us.
In her vision, the voice is one of the most potent tools to re-discovering your full potential, your self-expression, your pleasure, your boundaries, your desires, and your communication.
She is sharing her craft through working intimately with people 1:1 and in group settings, as well as creating soundscapes for temple spaces all over the world.Kristen will guide you into connecting with your True voice in a voice Alchemy workshop. She will also be the soundscape designer for the whole retreat, so as to provide an auditory anchor for your journey.
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Alex Mischka
EMBODIMENT, SHADOW & EROTIC BLUEPRINT
Alex is an Embodied Menswork, Sex, Intimacy and Personal Growth Coach.
He facilitate Workshops & Retreats based around Masculine growth & expansion, guides men to become stronger leaders & lovers, supports women to explore their innate designs in intimacy, & guide couples through their relationship & sexual landscapes.
Alex will guide you in uncovering your shadows, understanding your Erotic Blueprint and descending fully into your body.
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Lexmy & Denise
SACRED SEXPLORATION
Denise & Lexmy are passionate about creating safe spaces for people to grow, connect, play, explore and go deep. Combining their unique & distinct background, life story and authentic personalities has offered them the gift of sharing magic through a synergized mission.
They love to work through the portal of sexuality, as a path to liberation and self-realization.
Together, they organize & facilitate Temple Nights, Tantra Festivals, Retreats and Naked Ecstatic Dance.Lexmy & Denise will guide you in exploring consent and your utmost creative sexpression during Temple Night & Rituals.
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Tom Vereker
PHOTO/VIDEOGRAPHER, SPACE HOLDER
Tom is a multi-disciplinary Artist, designer and photographer.
Shame, guilt and pain were the driving forces in Tom’s journey to wholeness. However he has come far in his explorations of self, his fascination with the nature of consciousness and the facing of the shadow. He overcame traumas and substance abuse through deep self inquiry and a journey that led him here.
Part of his healing journey has included deep dives into Plant Medicine, Meditation, Hatha yoga, Qi Gong, Breathwork, Tantra (Kashmir Shaivism), men’s work (in which he also facilitates groups), embodiment work, sacred sexuality, conscious kink, energy work, and dance. That said; by his own admission - he is always at the beginning.
With the consent of all participants, Tom will capture the essence of our journey through video & photography (outside of nudity and deep intimacy).
Tom will also assists in helping you move through potential difficulties & integrate your experience.
This will be an intentionally small and intimate retreat with a select number of carefully chosen participants.
Please note that filling out an application does not guarantee your spot or commit you - but priority placement is given in order of application. After completing the application you'll be able to book a short interview with us to make sure that we are the right fit for each other.
The Retreat Fees
Fees are broken down into 2 parts:
1. The retreat cost itself plus (+) 2. your choice of room.
As rooms are on a first-come-first-served basis you will be able to give your room preferences when you pay the deposit.
To view the rooms and cost in detail you can go here
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Single: $2900
Couple: $5332
+ Choice of Room Cost -
Ekumal Eco Sanctuary offers many unique & stunning eco-builded room options.
Beds range from King (reserved for couples), Double and Twin.
Prices range from $250 for a single person sleeping in a Twin bed & shared bedroom to $1200 for a couple sleeping in a private Eco-Dome.All prices are for 7 nights and include 3 meals / day.
Rooms are reserved on a first come first served basis pending acceptance.
VIEW THE ROOMS
The Venue: EKUMAL
What You'll Receive
Accommodations for 8 days / 7 nights at our Lush Jungle Eco-Sanctuary
All-inclusive 3 delicious daily vegetarian, pescatarian or vegan meals
Daily yoga & meditation sessions
Daily embodiment practices
Education & Exploration on Shibari and Kink practices
Your Erotic Blueprint
Tantric rituals
Temple Night
+ Extra bonuses of :
- Holistic Kink Prompts & Self-Reflection journal & workbook
- A Holistic Kink starter toy bag
- 2 x One hour follow-up Integration calls (individual and in group)
- Access to Holistic Kink online community with group chat, resources & offers
Testimonials
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"I am thrilled and touched by your workshop. You and your co-trainer have created a feel-good atmosphere with your open and friendly manner, in which one was introduced to the subject of bondage in a very relaxed, but always respectful and serious manner. You have the background knowledge easy to understand and always able to help you with useful tips. I'm looking forward to the next workshops with you! "
— Ola
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"There are some people in this scene who manage to convey the philosophy behind their actions in wonderful ways. This is also the case with VÆGABØUND. I am very happy that my prejudices and fears have been resolved. Thank you for explaining so wonderfully."
— Lilith Annura
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"What an epic journey. In this safe and sacred container we created together, I experienced tears, laughter, joy, pain, and the stripping of layers of armor until I was laid bare, raw, and glistening. My life is forever changed in the best way and I can not wait to do it all again with them next time."
— Becki H.
